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X885 BAJ

2000 Volkswagen Bora

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,044 mi
Last recorded148,044 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Bora101,729 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX885 BAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBora
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2009 148,044 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 136,809 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 117,596 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT RUST ON FRONT+REAR BRAKE DISCS

Pass 17 Aug 2006 95,431 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bora?

Based on 807,643 MOT tests across 55,862 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,371
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
55,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32,842
position lamp(s) not working 23,390
Stop lamp not working 16,637
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,104
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,096
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X885 BAJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Bora models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 101,729 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bora fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 32,842 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X885 BAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bora typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Volkswagen Bora is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X885 BAJ?

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What year was X885 BAJ registered?

X885 BAJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Bora, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X885 BAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X885 BAJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X885 BAJ have outstanding finance?

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